Millions are plunging into Britain’s lakes and rivers for mind and body wellness — but outdated regulations and polluted waters mean swimmers are facing risks they never signed up for, as Tamara discovered firsthand. Last summer, I reunited with my family for a holiday in the Lake District, Cumbria. These […]
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If you’re on the hunt for the best gifts for wild swimmers, you’re in the right place. Whether they’re plunging into icy tarns, braving blustery beaches, or paddling serene lakes, wild swimmers are a unique breed – and they deserve a gift that celebrates their slightly bonkers obsession. Here are […]
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It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but more and more Brits are swapping chlorinated indoor pools for the exhilarating, mind-altering thrill of a bracing cold-water dip. Whether you prefer to stay cosy and live vicariously through others or are ready to uncover the best spots yourself, these books […]
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Jenny’s spent the past year scoping out the best places to go wild swimming near Aviemore in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. These are her fave lochs for a refreshing dip – you can thank her later! Having spent a year living in the Cairngorms National Park, the Scottish outdoors […]
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Preferring food and box sets on the sofa to exercise, Jessica’s story of turning her life around and swimming the English Channel (and subsequently becoming a record-breaking adventurer) is as utterly moving as it is incredibly inspiring. So, you swam the English Channel – why on earth did you do […]
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